ANT 363 - Medical Anthropology

Institution:

Creighton University

Subject:

Anthropology

Description:

This course utilizes a variety of anthropological theories to explore human experiences of health, illness and healing. It examines how cultures both conceptualize illness and shape healing systems, studies adaptations between humans and pathogens, and considers how different social power relations affect disease patterns. The course also includes topics such as types of healers, diagnostic techniques, ritual and pharmacological therapies, spirit possession, and shamanism.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.creighton.edu

Phone Number:

(402) 280-2700

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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